Biblical References:
Berothah is mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the book of Ezekiel. The reference can be found in Ezekiel 47:16, where it is listed among the boundaries of the land that is to be allotted to the tribes of Israel in the prophetic vision of the restored land. The verse reads: "Hamath, Berothah, Sibraim (which is between the border of Damascus and the border of Hamath), as far as Hazer-hatticon, which is on the border of Hauran." (Ezekiel 47:16).

Geographical Context:
Berothah is identified as a location on the northern boundary of the land described in Ezekiel's vision. It is situated between the regions of Hamath and Damascus, indicating its placement in the northern part of ancient Israel's territory. The exact identification of Berothah is uncertain, but it is often associated with the region of modern-day Lebanon or Syria, given its proximity to Hamath and Damascus.

Historical Significance:
The mention of Berothah in Ezekiel's vision underscores its importance as a boundary marker in the delineation of the Promised Land. This vision is part of a larger prophetic message concerning the restoration and reestablishment of Israel, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His covenant with His people. The inclusion of Berothah highlights the comprehensive nature of the land's restoration, extending to its historical and geographical boundaries.

Theological Implications:
From a theological perspective, the mention of Berothah in the context of Ezekiel's vision serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty and His plans for the future restoration of Israel. It reflects the hope and assurance that God will fulfill His promises to His people, restoring them to their land and reestablishing their national identity. This prophetic vision is often seen as a foreshadowing of the ultimate fulfillment of God's redemptive plan through the Messiah.

Cultural and Archaeological Insights:
While there is limited archaeological evidence directly identifying Berothah, its mention alongside other known locations provides valuable insights into the geography and political landscape of the ancient Near East. The reference to Berothah contributes to our understanding of the territorial extent of ancient Israel and its neighboring regions during the biblical period.

Conclusion:
Berothah, though briefly mentioned in the Bible, plays a significant role in the prophetic vision of Israel's restoration. Its inclusion in the boundaries of the Promised Land serves as a testament to God's enduring covenant with His people and His ultimate plan for their redemption and restoration.Berothah

(toward the wells), Bero-tha-i (my wells). The first of these two names is given by Ezekiel, (Ezekiel 47:16) in connection with Hahlath and Damascus as forming part of the northern boundary of the promised land. The second is mentioned, (2 Samuel 8:8) in the same connection. The well-known city Beirut (Berytus) naturally suggests itself as identical with one at least of the names; but in each instance the circumstances of the case seem to require a position farther east. They were probably in the vicinity of the springs near the present Hasbeya.

BEROTHAH

be-ro'-tha (Ezekiel 47:16: berothah; Septuagint Codex Vaticanus, Abthera; or BEROTHAH 2Sa 8:8; berothai, where for mibberothai Septuagint reads ek ton eklekton poleon, "from the select cities"): Probably two forms of the same name. Ezekiel 47:16 places it on the ideal northern frontier of Israel, between Damascus and Hamath. According to 2 Samuel 8:8 it was a city of Hadadezer, king of Zobah. In the parallel passage (1 Chronicles 18:8) Cun is given in place of Berothai. Its site is unknown. Ewald connected it with Beirut (so also apparently H. P. Smith, ICC, "Samuel," 307), but Ezekiel's description excludes this view. Others have sought it in the Wady Brissa, in the East slope of Lebanon, North of Baalbec. A more plausible conjecture identifies it with Bereitan (Brithen), a village somewhat South of Baalbec (Baedeker, Pal3, 369). Possibly, however, the ideal northern frontier line should be drawn farther south. See HETHLON; ZEDAD; ZOBAH.

C. H. Thomson

1268. Berothah -- a place near Hamath
... 1267, 1268. Berothah. 1269 . a place near Hamath. Transliteration: Berothah
Phonetic Spelling: (bay-ro-thaw') Short Definition: Berothah. ...
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1307b. Berothi -- inhab. of Berothah
... Berothi. 1308 . inhab. of Berothah. Transliteration: Berothi Short Definition:
Berothite. Word Origin from Berothah, see Beerothi Definition inhab. ...
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1307a. Berothay -- a city in Aram (Syria)
... Word Origin perhaps from the same as Berothah Definition a city in Aram (Syria)
NASB Word Usage Berothai (1). 1307, 1307a. Berothay. 1307b . Strong's Numbers
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Berothah (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia BEROTHAH. ... See HETHLON; ZEDAD; ZOBAH. CH
Thomson. Multi-Version Concordance Berothah (1 Occurrence). ...
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Berothai (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia BEROTHAH. be-ro'-tha (Ezekiel 47:16: berothah;
Septuagint Codex Vaticanus, Abthera; or BEROTHAH...
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Bero'thah (1 Occurrence)
Bero'thah. Berothah, Bero'thah. Berothai . Multi-Version Concordance Bero'thah
(1 Occurrence). ... (See RSV). Berothah, Bero'thah. Berothai . Reference Bible
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Zedad (3 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 47:16 To Zedad, Berothah, Sibraim, which is between the limit of Damascus
and the limit of Hazar-hatticon, which is on the limit of Hauran. (BBE). ...
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Beroth

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Berytus
... The city has been thought by some to be the Berothai of 2 Samuel 8:8 or the Berothah
of Ezekiel 47:16, but the connection in which these cities are mentioned ...
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Cun (1 Occurrence)
... Chun"). In the parallel passage (2 Samuel 8:8) its place is taken by BEROTHAH,
which see. Multi-Version Concordance Cun (1 Occurrence). ...
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Chun (1 Occurrence)
... procured brass (ie, bronze or copper) from it for the temple (1 Chronicles 18:8).
It is called Berothai in 2 Samuel 8:8; probably the same as Berothah in Ezek. ...
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Sib'raim (1 Occurrence)
... Ezekiel 47:16 Hamath, Berothah, Sibraim, that 'is' between the border of Damascus
and the border of Hamath; Hazar-Hatticon, that 'is' at the coast of Havran. ...
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Sibraim (1 Occurrence)
... Ezekiel 47:16 Hamath, Berothah, Sibraim, which is between the border of Damascus
and the border of Hamath; Hazer Hatticon, which is by the border of Hauran. ...
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